Before using carteolol eye drops

Before using carteolol eye drops make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

• If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
• If you suffer from heart problems.
• If you have diabetes mellitus.
• If you suffer from asthma or other breathing problems.
• If you suffer from myasthaenia gravis (muscle weakness).
• If you have thyroid problems.
• If you wear soft contact lenses.
• If you take part in sports at a national/international level.

How to use carteolol eye drops

• Wash your hands before instilling your eye drops.
• The usual dose is one drop twice a day.
• Do not instill more than one drop at a time.
• Keep your eyes closed for several minutes after using the drops. This improves the action of the drops in the eye and reduces the chance of side effects.
• If you are using more than one type of eye drop, leave a gap of at least five minutes between applications.

Getting the most from your treatment

• If you wear soft contact lenses, you should avoid wearing these while using carteolol eye drops.
• Keep your regular appointments so that your condition can be monitored.
• The eye drops should be discarded 28 days after opening.

Can carteolol eye drops cause problems?

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.

How to store carteolol eye drops

• Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines